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All reviews tourist office charente river across the river middle of town well worth a visit roman times amazing roman monument arc photos riverbank emperor banks bridge stonework importance reconstruction

Approaching the Arc during the daytime there was the impression from afar that it has been suspended by the ropes - an allusion of a ship or so. By coming closer I realized it is an installation the purpose of which is unveiled fully if...More

The arch is located on the riverbank, close to the Tourist Information office. Brief information is provided at the arch, but the leaflet from the tourist office was more helpful.
The arch would be better if anti-pigeon measures were taken.

This is by the river so on a sunny day you can sit there and watch the boats go by and turn round and there is this beautiful structure along with other ruins. A cafe would be beneficial as the tourist information is only a...More

No entry fee, just a walk by the river and there it is! It has survived in good condition from Roman times, and the people of Saintes have obviously understood its importance for almost 2000 years. What a treasure!

According to history, Saintes was founded as a city upon the roman domination in the region, and this monument was erected as a proof of the roman power. It stands as of today, almost 2000 years later.
Although impressive, the area where this monument is...More